A waterside apartment in Amsterdam
This apartment on Langswater 835 sits in the Dijkgraafpleinbuurt, a part of Amsterdam where the streets are quiet and the water is close by. The home is on the fourth floor, so it catches plenty of light and looks out over the surroundings. Built in 1970, it has an energy label E, which means you can expect higher energy costs than with more efficient homes. The asking price is €345,000. For a sense of what else is on offer, you can browse apartments in Amsterdam.
The home itself
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 68 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 71 square metres. There is a balcony, and the home is heated by block heating. The ground lease is perpetual and has been bought off, so there is no annual ground rent to worry about. The homeowners' association fee is €178.17 per month. The agent notes that the home is by the water, in a residential area, and near public transport.
Life in the Dijkgraafpleinbuurt
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident says: "Extremely nice and cozy. Lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another describes the area as "calm, green and evolving", noting that it has changed a lot in recent years and now hosts younger residents and families. A third resident mentions the greenery and the trees that provide cooling, though they also point out that the rubbish containers can be a mess. The neighbourhood has around 6,020 inhabitants, and about a third of households include children. For more on the area, have a look at the Dijkgraafpleinbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, the Lidl is just around the corner, with the Vomar a couple of streets away and the Aldi a ten-minute walk. Primary schools are close by, with basisschool Atlantis on your doorstep and El-Amien Islamitische Basisschool just around the corner. The nearest GP is Huisartsen Badhoevedorp, Praktijk Van Es, about 2.3 kilometres away, and the Parkrand Apotheek is a ten-minute walk. For public transport, the Saaftingestraat bus stop is just around the corner with lines 63 and N83, and the Baden Powellweg tram stop is a couple of streets away with lines 17 and 27. Amsterdam Lelylaan station is about 3.1 kilometres away. This is all part of the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €332,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 4% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 44%, from €231,000 to €332,000. As for the area, the road traffic noise level is 59 dB, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise stay below it. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. For climate, the current flood risk is medium, as is the heat stress, and both are expected to remain medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including www.vva.amsterdam and Van Huis Uit Makelaars.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Langswater 835, Amsterdam
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €345,000. The home is an apartment built in 1970 with an energy label E. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed living area of 71 square metres, is €4,859.
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price is €345,000, while the WOZ value is €332,000 as of 1 January 2025. That means the asking price is 4% above the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value, so this comparison is just one way to look at the price.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 68 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 71 square metres. There is also a balcony, and the home is on the fourth floor.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is E. This is not the most efficient label, so you can expect higher energy costs compared to homes with better labels. The home is heated by block heating. The label itself does not tell you about the condition of the building, only about its energy performance.
What is the ground lease situation?
The ground lease is perpetual and has been bought off, which means there is no annual ground rent to pay. This is a common arrangement in Amsterdam and can be a factor in the overall costs of owning the home.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The homeowners' association fee is €178.17 per month. This fee typically covers shared costs such as maintenance of common areas, insurance, and sometimes a reserve fund for future repairs. The exact coverage depends on the association's budget.
What are the noise levels like in this area?
According to area-level data, the road traffic noise is 59 dB, which is above the norm. Rail traffic noise is 26 dB and air traffic noise is 48 dB, both below the norm. These are indications for the area, not a measurement of this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication is low, according to area-level data. The soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. This is a general indication for the area, not an inspection of this particular property.
What are the flood and heat risks in this area?
The current flood risk is medium, and it is expected to remain medium by 2050. Heat stress is also medium now and in 2050. Pluvial flooding, which happens during heavy rain, is low. These are area-level indications based on climate data.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Lidl is about 400 metres away, the Vomar about 490 metres, and the Aldi about 820 metres. There is also a Jumbo and an AH XL within about a kilometre. So you have several options for groceries within walking distance.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
Basisschool Atlantis is about 130 metres away, and El-Amien Islamitische Basisschool is about 260 metres away. There are also several other primary schools within about 500 metres, including De Globe and Openbare Basisschool De Punt.
What public transport options are available?
The Saaftingestraat bus stop is about 230 metres away, with lines 63 and N83. The Baden Powellweg tram stop is about 370 metres away, with lines 17 and 27, and the Dijkgraafplein tram stop is about 400 metres away with the same lines. Amsterdam Lelylaan train station is about 3.1 kilometres away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident mentions the many amenities, parks, and shops. Another describes the area as calm, green, and evolving, with more young families moving in. A third notes the greenery but also mentions issues with rubbish containers.
